2006 GMC Canyon vs. 2013 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2013 Kia Sorento is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 GMC Canyon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 GMC Canyon would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Kia Sorento (272 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2006 GMC Canyon. (220 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Canyon weights approximately 646 kg more than 2013 Kia Sorento.
With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2013 Kia Sorento (336 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Canyon. (305 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Canyon | 2013 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | GMC | Kia |
| Model | Canyon | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3458 cc | 3500 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 272 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 87 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1789 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1745 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.8 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14 L/100km | 11.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 68 L |
